The student loan paaaaauuuuuse

The ongoing pause on federal student loan payments is explored through personal stories of borrowers facing financial reality. A young stage manager shares her struggles in the arts, while another individual celebrates paying off $65,000 in debt using the pause. The podcast delves into the uneven impact of the repayment pause, highlighting both the relief it offers and the confusion borrowers face preparing for a resumption of payments. Listeners also learn how soaring rents exacerbate financial stress as they navigate these uncertain times.